Brother Quattro 3 User Manual

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iPass the thread through the needle bar 
thread guide (marked “6”) by holding the 
thread with both hands and guiding it as 
shown in the illustration.
aNeedle bar thread guide
jPress the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to 
lower presser foot.
kPass the thread through the thread guide 
disks (marked “7”). Make sure that the 
thread passes through the groove in the 
thread guide.
aGroove in thread guide
lPull the thread up through the thread cutter 
to cut the thread, as shown in the 
illustration.
aThread cutter
mPress the “Automatic Threading” button to 
have the machine automatically thread the 
needle.
→The thread passes through the eye of the needle.
Memo
 Look in the upper groove area to check if the 
thread catches on the take-up lever visible 
inside the upper groove area. 
a Look in the upper groove area
Note
 When using thread that quickly winds off the 
spool, such as metallic thread, it may be dif-
ficult to thread the needle if the thread is cut.
Therefore, instead of using the thread cutter, 
pull out about 80 mm (approx. 3 inches) of 
thread after passing it through the thread 
guide disks (marked “7”).
a 80 mm (approx. 3 inches) or more
Memo
 When the “Automatic Threading” button is 
pressed, the presser foot will be automati-
cally lowered. After threading is finished, the 
presser foot moves back to the position 
before the “Automatic Threading” button 
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nCarefully pull the end of the thread that was 
passed through the eye of the needle.
* If a loop was formed in the thread passed through the eye of the needle, carefully pull on the loop of 
thread through to the back of the needle.
oPull out about 10-15 cm (approx. 4-6 
inches) of the thread, and then pass it under 
the presser foot toward the rear of the 
machine.
→Raise the presser foot lever if the presser foot is 
lowered.
a About 10-15 cm (approx. 4-6 inches)
Using the Twin Needle Mode 
The twin needle can only be used for patterns that 
show   after being selected. Before you select a 
stitch pattern, make sure the stitch can be sewn in 
the twin needle mode (refer to the “STITCH 
SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual).
Note
 Pulling the loop of thread gently will avoid 
needle breakage.
Memo
 If the needle could not be threaded or the thread was not passed through the needle 
bar thread guides, perform the procedure 
again starting from step 
c.
Then, pass the thread through the eye of the 
needle after step 
i.
Note
 Some needles cannot be threaded with the 
needle threader. In this case, instead of 
using the needle threader after passing the 
thread through the needle bar thread guide 
(marked “6”), manually pass the thread 
through the eye of the needle from the front.
 CAUTION
 Twin needle (part code XE4963-001) is 
recommended for this machine. Contact your 
authorized dealer for replacement needles 
(size 2.0/11 is recommended).
 Be sure to set the twin needle mode when  using the twin needle. Using the twin needle 
while the machine is in single needle mode 
could cause the needle to break, resulting in 
damage.
 Do not sew with bent needles. The needle  could break and cause injury.
 When using the twin needle, it is  recommended to use presser foot “J”.
 When the twin needle is used, bunched  stitches may occur depending on the types of 
fabric and thread that are used.
Use monogramming foot “N” for decorative 
stitches.
 Before changing the needle or threading the 
ma ch ine , b e s ure  t o p re ss
  on the LCD 
Screen, otherwise injuries may occur if the 
“Start/Stop” button or any other button is 
pressed and the machine starts sewing. 
						

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aPress   to lock all keys and buttons 
and then install the twin needle 
(“CHANGING THE NEEDLE” on page 67).
bThread the machine for the first needle 
according to the procedure for threading a 
single needle (“Upper Threading” on 
page 57).
cPass the thread through the needle bar 
thread guides on the needle bar, then 
thread the needle on the left side manually.
aNeedle bar thread guide
dPull up the supplemental spool pin and set it 
in the up position.
aSupplemental spool pin
ePlace the additional spool of thread on the 
supplemental spool pin, so that the thread 
unwinds from the front. Push the spool cap 
onto the spool pin as far as possible to 
secure the thread spool.
aSpool cap
b Spool pin
c Thread spool
fHold the thread from the spool with both 
hands, and place the thread in the thread 
guide.
* Do not place the thread in the pre-tension disks.
aThread guide
Note
 The “Automatic Threading” button cannot be 
used. Manually thread the twin needle from 
front to back. Using the “Automatic Thread-
ing” button may result in damage to the 
machine. 
						

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gWhile holding the thread from the spool, 
pull the thread through the lower notch in 
the thread guide plate, then through the 
upper notch. Hold the end of the thread 
with your left hand, and then guide the 
thread through the groove, following the 
arrows in the illustration.
hContinue threading however do not pass 
the thread in the needle bar thread guide 
“6” on the needle bar. Thread the needle on 
the right side. 
aNeedle bar thread guide
iPress   to unlock all keys and 
buttons.
jSelect a stitch pattern. (Example:  )
* Refer to the “STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end 
of this manual for the proper stitch to use with 
presser foot “J”. 
→ The selected stitch is displayed.
kPress   to select the twin needle mode.
aSingle needle/twin needle setting
→  appears.
lStart sewing.
Sample of Twin Needle Sewing
Note
 If the   key is light gray after selecting 
the stitch, the selected stitch cannot be 
sewn in the twin needle mode. 
 CAUTION
 Be sure to set the twin needle mode when  using the twin needle. Using the twin needle 
while the machine is in single needle mode 
could cause the needle to break, resulting in 
damage.
Memo
 To change direction when sewing with the twin needle, raise the needle from the fabric, 
raise the presser foot lever, and then turn 
the fabric.
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Using the Spool Stand
The included spool stand is useful when using 
thread on spools with a large diameter (cross-
wound thread). This spool stand can hold two 
spools of thread.
■Using the Spool Stand
 Be sure to use a spool cap that is slightly larger 
than the spool.
If the spool cap that is used is smaller or much 
larger than the spool, the thread may catch and 
sewing performance may suffer.
 When using thread on a thin spool, place the  included spool felt on the spool pin, place the 
thread spool on the spool pin so that the center 
of the spool is aligned with the hole at the center 
of the spool felt, and then insert the spool cap 
onto the spool pin.
a Spool felt
 When using thread on a cone spool, use the 
spool holder.
a Spool holder
 Depending on the size of spool or the amount of 
thread remaining, choose the appropriate sized 
spool cap (large or medium). Spool cap (small) 
cannot be used with the spool cap base.
a Spool cap
b Spool cap base
aAttach the spool stand to the machine. (see 
page 21.)
bPlace the spool of thread on the spool pin 
so that the thread feeds off the spool 
clockwise. Firmly insert the spool cap onto 
the spool pin.
Memo
 See page 21 to assemble the spool stand.
 See page 52 to wind the bobbin when using 
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cPull the thread off the spool. Pass the thread 
from the back to the front through the 
thread guides at the top.
When using thread that quickly feeds off the spool, 
such as metallic thread, use the enclosed ring to 
prevent the thread from becoming entangled.
Threading sequence; Pull the thread from the spool, 
place the thread through the ring from the bottom up 
(1), into the thread guide (2) and through the ring 
from the top down ( 3). 
dPass the thread through the machines 
thread guide from the right to the left.
aThread guide
eThread the machine according to the steps 
f to o of “Upper Threading” on page 57.
Using Threads that Unwind 
Quickly
■Using the Spool Net
If using transparent nylon monofilament thread, 
metallic thread, or other strong thread, place the 
included spool net over the spool before using it. 
When using specialty threads, threading must be 
done manually.
If the spool net is too long, fold it once to match it to 
the spool size before placing it over the spool.
Note
 When using 2 spools of thread, make sure 
that both spools are feeding in the same 
direction.
 Make sure that the spools do not touch each  other, otherwise the thread will not feed off 
smoothly, the needle may break, or the 
thread may break or become tangled. In 
addition, make sure that the spools do not 
touch the telescopic thread guide at the cen-
ter.
 Make sure that the thread is not caught  under the spool.
Note
 Guide the thread so that it does not become 
entangled with the other thread.
 After feeding the thread as instructed, wind  any excess thread back onto the spool, oth-
erwise the excess thread will become tan-
gled.
2
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3
a Spool net
b Thread spool
c Spool pin
d Spool cap
Memo
 When threading the spool with the spool net 
on, make sure that 5-6 cm (approx. 2 - 2-1/2 
inches) of thread are pulled out.
 It may be necessary to adjust the thread ten- sion when using the spool net. 
						

							CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT
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CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT
Removing the Presser Foot
Press  →   →   → 
  →    in this order to display a 
video example of the operation on the LCD (see 
page 46). Follow the steps explained below to 
complete the operation.
aPress the “Needle Position” button to raise 
the needle.
bPress   to lock all keys and buttons.
* If the message “OK to automatically lower the  presser foot?” appears on the LCD screen, press OK 
to continue.
→ The entire screen becomes white, and all keys and 
operation buttons are locked.
cRaise the presser foot lever.
dPress the black button on the presser foot 
holder and remove the presser foot.
aBlack button
b Presser foot holder
Attaching the Presser Foot
aPlace the new presser foot under the 
holder, aligning the foot pin with the notch 
in the holder. Lower the presser foot lever 
so that the presser foot pin snaps into the 
notch in the holder. 
aNotch
b Pin
 CAUTION
 Always press   on the screen before changing the presser foot. If   is not pressed and the 
“Start/Stop” button or another button is pressed, the machine will start and may cause injury.
 Always use the correct presser foot for the selected stitch pattern. If the wrong presser foot is used, the  needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury.
 Only use presser feet made for this machine. Using other presser feet may lead to accident or injury.
 CAUTION
 Make sure that the presser foot is installed in  the correct direction, otherwise the needle 
may strike the presser foot, breaking the 
needle and causing injuries.
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bPress   to unlock all keys and 
buttons.
cRaise the presser foot lever.
Attaching the Walking Foot
The walking foot holds the fabric between the 
presser foot and the feed dogs to feed the fabric. 
This enables you to have better fabric control 
when sewing difficult fabrics (such as quilted 
fabrics or velvet) or fabrics that slip easily (such as 
vinyl, leather, or synthetic leather).
aFollow the steps in “Removing the Presser 
Foot” on the previous page.
bLoosen the screw of the presser foot holder 
to remove the presser foot holder.
cSet the operation lever of the walking foot 
so that the needle clamp screw is set 
between the fork. Position the shank of the 
walking foot on the presser foot bar.
aOperation lever
b Needle clamp screw
c Fork
d Walking foot shank
e Presser foot bar
dLower the presser foot lever. Insert the 
screw, and tighten the screw securely with 
the screwdriver.
Note
 Thread the needle manually when using the 
walking foot, or only attach the walking foot 
after threading the needle using the 
“Automatic Threading” button.
 When sewing with the walking foot, sew at  medium to low speeds.
Memo
 The walking foot can only be used with 
straight or zigzag stitch patterns. Reverse 
stitches cannot be sewn with the walking 
foot. Only select straight or zigzag stitch pat-
terns with reinforcement stitches. (see page 
74.)
 CAUTION
 Use the included screwdriver to tighten the 
screw securely. If the screw is loose, the 
needle may strike the presser foot and cause 
injury.
 Be sure to rotate the handwheel toward you  (counterclockwise) to check that the needle 
does not strike the presser foot. If the needle 
strikes the presser foot, injury may result. 
						

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CHANGING THE NEEDLE
Press  →   →    → 
  →    in this order to display a 
video example of the operation on the LCD (see 
page 46). Follow the steps explained below to 
complete the operation.
aPress the “Needle Position” button to raise 
the needle.
bPress   to lock all keys and buttons.
* If the message “OK to automatically lower the  presser foot?” appears on the LCD screen, press OK 
to continue. →
The entire screen becomes white, and all keys and 
operation buttons are locked.
cUse the screwdriver to turn the screw 
toward the front of the machine and loosen 
the screw. Remove the needle.
 CAUTION
 Always press   on the screen before changing the needle. If   is not pressed and the Start/
Stop button or another operation button is pressed accidentally, the machine will start and injury may 
result.
 Use only sewing machine needles made for home use. Other needles may bend or break and may cause  injury.
 Never sew with a bent needle. A bent needle will easily break and may cause injury. 
Memo
 To check the needle correctly, place the flat  side of the needle on a flat surface. Check 
the needle from the top and the sides. Throw 
away any bent needles.
a Parallel space
b Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)
Note
 Before replacing the needle, cover the hole 
in the needle plate with fabric or paper to 
prevent the needle from falling into the 
machine.
Note
 Do not apply pressure to the needle clamp screw. Doing so may damage the needle or 
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dWith the flat side of the needle facing the 
back, insert the new needle all the way to 
the top of the needle stopper (viewing 
window) in the needle clamp. Use a 
screwdriver to securely tighten the needle 
clamp screw.
aNeedle stopper
b Hole for setting the needle
c Flat side of needle
ePress   to unlock all keys and 
buttons.
 CAUTION
 Be sure to push in the needle until it touches 
the stopper, and securely tighten the needle 
clamp screw with a screwdriver. If the needle 
is not completely inserted or the needle clamp 
screw is loose, the needle may break or the 
machine may be damaged.